MAG HP Coach and Programme Manager

Reports To: Squads Manager and Managing Director

Job Purpose

The MAG High Performance Coach & Programme Manager will lead, develop and be accountable for the entire Men’s Artistic Gymnastics (MAG) pathway at The Yard, from grassroots participation through to elite, international and NCAA-preparatory performance.

Under the guidance of the Managing Director, the role will be responsible for the strategic vision, implementation, growth, technical direction and long-term sustainability of the MAG programme. This includes creating clear and aspirational pathways for gymnasts to:

• Represent Singapore and other countries at international level
• Compete at regional and global competitions
• Progress towards NCAA gymnastics scholarships and collegiate competition in the USA

The role carries responsibility for:

• Mentoring, developing and leading the current MAG coaching team
• Establishing a high-performance culture built on technical excellence, athlete welfare, and long-term athlete development
• Acting as the key liaison between coaches, athletes, parents and the competitive leadership team
• Talent identification from the recreational program

The position will also play a key role in promoting The Yard as a regional centre of excellence for MAG, working with marketing and membership teams to increase participation and retention at all levels of the pathway.

1. Coaching & High Performance Leadership

• In conjunction with the Squads Manager and Managing Director, lead the strategic drive to position The Yard as Singapore’s premier MAG high performance training centre.
• Design and deliver world-class, age-appropriate and performance-driven training programmes aligned with international best practice.
• Coach and prepare gymnasts for national team pathways, international representation and NCAA recruitment, with a strong emphasis on long-term athlete development.
• Create a high-performance culture that balances excellence, athlete wellbeing, education and personal development.
• Ensure all coaching delivery adheres to The Yard’s policies, procedures, safeguarding standards, equality principles and health & safety regulations.
• Maintain the highest standards of athlete safety, reporting all incidents in line with company procedures.
• Maintain open, professional and consistent communication with parents, athletes and staff.
• Attend and actively contribute to coaching meetings, education clinics and professional development opportunities.
• Lead by example in coaching behaviour, professionalism and technical standards.
• Coach recreational classes to assist in talent identification, also liaising with the recreational coaches to ensure they are looking for gymnasts for the competitive program

1. Development & Leadership of the MAG Coaching Team

• Act as the senior technical lead for MAG, mentoring and supporting all MAG coaches (senior, junior and recreational).
• Provide ongoing mentorship, observation and feedback to ensure coaching quality and consistency across the programme.
• Lead MAG coaches education sessions focusing on:
• - Skill progressions
• Physical preparation
• Competition readiness
• Athlete welfare and workload management
• Develop a MAG coaching resource hub, ensuring all coaches have access to structured plans, technical guidance and performance benchmarks.
• Work with HR to identify, source and implement external education and certification opportunities for MAG coaches.
• Foster a collaborative coaching environment with regular MAG-specific planning and review sessions.

1. Development of the MAG Competitive & High Performance Programme

• In partnership with the Squads Manager, take full responsibility for the design, implementation and evolution of the MAG programme at The Yard.
• Develop a clear, structured MAG pathway from recreational to elite, including:
• - Pre-competitive programmes
• Competitive squads
• High performance and international pathways
• NCAA-focused athlete preparation pathways
• Create and maintain a comprehensive MAG competitive curriculum, aligned with FIG, regional and NCAA standards.
• Identify and support athletes with potential for international representation and collegiate scholarships, working closely with families to manage expectations and opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Senior Competitive Coaching Team to:
• - Organise regional and international competitions and training camps
• Provide exposure to high-level coaching, judging and competition environments
• Oversee MAG competition planning, preparation and entries in collaboration with the competitive team.
• Monitor athlete progression, squad sizes and retention to ensure programmes are financially sustainable and performance-driven.
• Deliver regular, structured feedback to parents and the Managing Director on athlete development and programme outcomes.
• Lead and administer parent–coach meetings for the MAG programme, ensuring clear communication and documented feedback.